1993-01-11 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES200
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON JANUARY 11, 1993, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS
The meeting was called to order with the following present:
Mayor
C. v. Coppinger
Mayor Pro Tem/Councilmember Randy Weber
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Manager
City Attorney
City Secretary
D. A. Miller
Benny Frank
Joy Colson
David Smith
Paul Grohman
Lester Rorick
Pat Jones
Others in attendance were Division Directors Richard Burdine and
Glen Erwin, City Engineer John Hargrove, Park Director Ed Hersh,
and Police Chief Mike Hogg.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by Chief Hogg. The Pledge of Allegiance
was led by'Councilmember Colson.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember
Smith, that the minutes of the special meeting of December 14,
1992, be approved as submitted.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
It was moved by Councilmember Frank, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that the minutes of the regular meeting of December 14,
1992, be approved as submitted.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Mayor Coppinger issued a proclamation to Robert Hasson for his
work with a needy family in the City.
Mayor Coppinger concluded his report by asking Council and Staff
to comment on various items as each gave his or her report.
COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS
Councilmember Miller reported his attendance at the monthly Park
Board meeting on January 9th. Mr. Miller also announced that the
City of Pearland will host the monthly Brazoria County Cities
Association meeting at Golfcrest Country Club on the 20th of
January. Councilmember Miller currently serves as president of
this organization composed of 19 cities in Brazoria County.
Councilmember Frank reported he is planning a reception for the
approximately 59 individuals who serve on the various boards and
commissions of the City. The date is tentatively set for January
21. It is hoped from this meeting that job descriptions can be
developed for those serving in these capacities.
Councilmembers Weber and Colson had nothing to report at this
time.
Councilmember Smith, Emergency Management Coordinator, reported
on the recent hazardous material accident at Shank and Mykawa
where a tanker carrying methanol overturned. Mr. Smith commended
all the emergency response teams and informed that approximately
50% of those responding were regular City volunteers. Department
of Public Safety and Texas Water Commission officials who were on
the scene the next day were pleased with the way the situation
was handled, Mr. Smith reported.
Councilmember Smith reported he was aware of the recent chemical
fire but, due to illness, he did not make this call. Mr. Smith
related he had read the reports which indicated all had been
handled well and asked City Manager Grohman to cover this inci-
dent in his report.
Continuing his report, Councilmember Smith informed he met this
morning with Drainage District No. 4. Through contact with FEMA
and the State, Mr. Smith reported, it has become evident that the
City is lacking a source of heavy equipment to be used in the
event of a major disaster. This was discussed with the Drainage
District and their representatives indicated a willingness to
study this situation and possibly enter into a mutual aid agree-
ment with the City.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Grohman reported on the chemical fire on Halik Road
and stated it was handled well. Water supply was a problem with
Hwy 35 having to be closed to lay a hose across it. Other than
the trunking line problem, the situation was managed well with
personnel providing a good response.
Mr. Grohman reported the County will be back with their coopera-
tive paving program when the weather clears.
A new water line is scheduled to be installed on Pearland Street
before it is overlaid. Stripipg of some streets is currently
taking place.
The last project of the Street Improvement Program, Industrial
Road, is underway. This road has pipeline crossings and Tomahawk
Equipment located on Industrial Road is donating the cost of the
labor at a substantial savings to the City.
Continuing his report, City Manager Grohman reported an awning
for the motor pool at the City Shop is being installed. The park
areas are experiencing some improvements with the pool bath areas
and restrooms being brought up to better quality. An infield at
the softball park is being replaced and handicapped doors are
being installed at the Community Center and City Hall to meet ADA
compliance.
Mr. Grohman related he will be meeting with representatives from
Alvin, League City, and Friendswood to discuss solutions to dis-
posing of hazardous household waste and waste oils. By taking a
regional approach, a cost-efficient plan is hoped to be achieved.
A meeting was held last week with the Highway Department regard-
ing the FM 518 widening project. The State plans to let its bid
in August of 1993. The City's tentative schedule is to bid its
drainage work March 19, hoping to complete right-of-way acquisi-
tion by April 30, and begin work May 17 with a completion date of
September 10, after which the State will begin its work. The
State expects a completion time of 12 to 18 months.
City Manager Grohman reported the City has received a grant of
$46,900 from the State Crime Victims Assistance Office. This
grant is specifically for crimes involving family violence and
cases of sexual abuse and child abuse.
The Lions Club, Mr. Grohman continued, is interested in building
a firing range for the Police Department behind the police sta-
tion. The Lions Club would like to move its annual Turkey Shoot
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back inside the city limits and this would allow the police
officers to practice more regularly. This appears to be a good
bargain for all parties and more information will be provided at
a future meeting, Mr. Grohman stated.
Councilmember Smith asked that the intersection of Shank and
Mykawa be looked at to possibly extend the piping in light of the
recent hazardous spill accident.
CITIZENS
1. Daphne Hereford, Heritage Manor, Pearland. Ms. Hereford
questioned why she was not given an answer to a question she
asked in October regarding the hiring of an employee.
Mayor Coppinger responded to Ms. Hereford, as well as Coun-
cilmembers Weber and Frank who stated they were comfortable
with this employee and his performance record. Councilmem-
ber Frank indicated the Council was already aware of the
questions raised by Ms. Hereford in October.
2. Donna Lunn, 2609 Mary Avenue, Pearland. Ms. Lunn spoke
regarding some construction near her residence which is
resulting in large piles of dirt and rubbish and impeding
drainage in her area.
City Manager Grohman reported the Staff was aware of this
situation and City Engineer John Hargrove and Public Works
Superintendent Ronny McWhirter have visited the area to see
what can be done.
Mayor Coppinger recognized representatives from the Pearland
Independent School District who were present in the audience.
DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
ORDINANCE NO. 651, VACATING, CLOSING AND ABANDONING 10' DRAINAGE
EASEMENT IN SHERWOOD SUBDIVISION
Ordinance No. 651 was read in caption by Councilmember Smith.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that Ordinance No. 651 be passed and approved on its
second and final reading.
Said Ordinance No. 651 reads in caption as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 651
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, CLOSING, AND ABANDONING A CER-
TAIN 10' DRAINAGE EASEMENT, IN THE COMMERCIAL RESERVE
OF SHERWOOD SUBDIVISION, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 10,
PAGES 11 AND 12 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY,
TEXAS.
In discussion, Councilmember Miller requested the date the ordi-
nance is finally approved be corrected from 1992 to 1993.
Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, Colson, and
Smith.
Voting "No" - None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
MOTION TO REMOVE FROM TABLE AND COUNCIL DECISION ON ACCEPTANCE OF
RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT FROM RICHARD SIMPSON AND YMCA
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Frank, that this item be removed from the table for considera-
tion.
Motion passed 3 to 1, with one abstention. (Councilmember Colson
voting no and Councilmember Smith abstaining.)
City Manager Grohman discussed the developments in this proposed
road construction. The placement of the road has been changed
slightly westward which will lower the cost of the road somewhat.
The timeliness of the donation of the right-of-way came into
question when this item was last considered, Mr. Grohman re-
called. Mr. Simpson, owner of the land to be donated, had indi-
cated he did not wish to actually donate the land until next
August in order to take advantage of a tax exemption. A meeting
has since been held with Mr. Simpson and his representative and
City Manager Grohman and City Attorney Rorick. Mr. Simpson is
now willing to lose part of his tax exemption as the City cannot
build the road until the site is public land. A fee simple would
not be obtained, however, until August, with a right-of-way ease-
ment being used to build the road. Mr. Grohman stated he felt
this would not be a problem as right-of-way easements are used to
build roads and the only disadvantage to never obtaining a fee
simple would be to Mr. Simpson in that he would continue paying
taxes on this area.
Council discussed ownership of the property and questioned City
Attorney Rorick who stated the City would be taking sufficient
interest in the property to justify putting a roadway on it as we
have done in other instances.
There ensued a lengthy discussion between Staff and Council
regarding placement of the road from FM 518, costs, engineering
services, and actual footage to be paved on the extension of
Stratford.
Councilmember Colson stated her reasons for not voting to remove
this item from the table for consideration. She expressed con-
cerns over the rezoning issue. As Mr. Simpson's first request to
rezone was denied, it is likely he will petition again for rezon-
ing and Mrs. Colson stated she did not feel comfortable voting on
this until it was known what the zoning will be. Mrs. Colson
also stated she felt the City's portion was too high and ex-
pressed the opinion that these funds were not appropriated in
this year's budget and should not be put ahead of other projects.
Closing her remarks, Councilmember Colson stated she did not
oppose the street itself and is totally in support of the YMCA
but she felt other things should be given consideration first.
Councilmember Weber stated the project should be undertaken at
this time as it will help the Council meet one of its goals -
supporting the youth of the City. Also, Mr. Weber pointed out,
Mr. Simpson is aware that his donation of the roadway will have
no favorable impact on his possible future request for rezoning.
Discussion continued concerning utility connections and the width
of the roadway easement.
Councilmember Miller stated that while he had voted to remove
this item from the table for discussion, he agreed with concerns
made regarding the rezoning issue and lack of appropriation of
funds. He stated his support of the "Y" and his respect for all
parties involved, but he felt the timing was premature.
It was moved by Councilmember Frank, seconded by Councilmember
_ Colson, that this item be tabled until Council has approved funds
to expend on this project by budget appropriation for the coming
year.
City Manager Grohman stated budget preparation will begin in June
of 1993 with the new fiscal year beginning October 1.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
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NEW BUSINESS
CHANGE IN ORDER OF BUSINESS
CONSOLIDATION OF TAX DEPARTMENT WITH PEARLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
DISTRICT AND NAMING PISD TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR AS THE CITY TAX
ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR
Mr. Nigel Harrison, President of the Pearland School Board,
introduced school representatives in the audience.
Division Director Glen Erwin recommended approval of this action
as it was one of the goals set by Council at its retreat in July
and gave an analysis of the savings to the City by the consolida-
tion of the two taxing entities.
Council discussed the figures given in the cost savings analysis.
It was stated the School District will be able to reduce some of
their costs, but they will not make money from this as they are
prohibited from making a profit.
Question was raised regarding the firm the City uses for its
delinquent tax collections. City Manager Grohman informed this
agenda item does not address this, but the City can retain this
firm, use the District's firm, or choose another firm.
Mayor Coppinger asked the School District for its comments and
Mr. Herb Carleston, Superintendent of Business, and Mrs. Jo
Knight, Tax Assessor/Collector, assured the City they were will-
ing to enter into this consolidation if the City so chose and
would do the best job possible for all concerned.
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Smith, that the City consolidate its Tax Department with the
Pearland Independent School District's Tax Department and name
the District's Tax Assessor/Collector as the City's Tax
Assessor/Collector.
It was noted this item is on the District's agenda for its meet-
ing tomorrow night.
Councilmember Miller inquired into the timing of this consolida-
tion, asking if it would be better to wait. City Manager Grohman
responded that timing was considered. It is felt by both enti-
ties that now is an appropriate time as current payments are in
and delinquent statements, which will be mailed the first of
February, can be mailed together. Closing his remarks, Council -
member Miller noted that consolidations have been done in other
taxing entities.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
BID NO. B92-15, SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Council considered the following bids:
COMPANY
BOND SECTION A
SECTION B
TOTAL
PATE & PATE ENT.
X $465,941.70
$3,465.00
$469,406.70
UTICON, INC.
X $431,688.35
$4,005.00
$435,693.35
JKL CONST., INC.
X $423,321.36
$2,870.00
$426,191.36
PAS -KEY CONST.,INC. X $485,339.94 $2,535.00 $487,874.94
COMPANY BOND SECTION A SECTION B TOTAL
T & R UTILITIES X $482,424.00 $2,445.00 $484,869.00
MERCER CONST. CO. X $417,838.00 $3,341.00 $421,179.00
HOLLAND & HOLLAND,INC. X $348,948.25 $3,595.00 $355,387.25
GEORGE M CONST.,INC. X $380,506.75 $2,890.00 $383,396.75
City Manager Grohman reported this action was long overdue with
some services promised in 1981-82.
Division Director Richard Burdine discussed the bids received and
stated the low bidder was Holland & Holland. This firm has been
checked out by Walsh Engineering which recommended award to this
company. The bid came in well under the engineer's estimate, Mr.
Burdine stated.
Continuing his comments, Mr. Burdine informed the Council of what
will be accomplished with the award of this bid. This will
allow the construction of the first phase of a design project to
provide sewer service for an area bound by O'Day Road on the
west, Woody Road on the east, Brookside Village on the northern
City limits, and FM 518 on the south. The southern third of this
area will be served by this, taking in three mobile home parks
along O'Day Road.
Mayor Coppinger asked when the sewer line is in place will it
obligate the City to other expenses such as connecting the house-
holds to the line.
Mr. Burdine responded that 20' easements will have to be acquired
and the connection fees will be waived in exchange for the ease-
ments. At present, approximately twenty connections will be made
immediately with a few more to come later on.
Discussion followed regarding charges for tap fees and considera-
tion of reinstatement of impact fees.
It was noted some of these individuals have been in the City for
over ten years without these services.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that Bid No. B92-15, Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project,
be awarded to Holland & Holland in the amount of $355,387.25 with
funds to be taken from appropriate sources.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
Mayor Coppinger asked citizens from this area who were present in
the audience to offer their comments and those who spoke offered
favorable remarks. Mayor Coppinger also commended City Manager
Grohman and Staff for attending to this long overdue project.
MEETING RECESSED AT 8:57 P.M.
MEETING RECONVENED AT 9:09 P. M.
BID NO. B92-17, POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
Council considered the following bids:
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DELIVERY
VENDOR MODEL PRICE DATE
93 CHEV 90-120
KNAPP CHEV CAPRICE $12,452.00 DAYS
C.MILLER 93 FORD 90-120
FORD CRWN VIC $13,727.39 DAYS
CROSSTOWN FORD SALES NO BID
ALT A ALT B1 ALT B2
$12,452.00 $530 $ 825
$13,727.39 $970 $1,085
C.THOMAS
93 FORD
75-100
FORD
CRWN VIC
$13,275.00
DAYS
$13,275.00
$925
$1,120
A.C.COLLINS
93 FORD
120
FORD
CRWN VIC
$12,829.00
DAYS
NO BID
NO BID
$1,145
LES MARKS
93 CHEV
90-120
CHEVROLET
CAPRICE
$12,850.00
DAYS
$12,850.00
NO BID
NO BID
BOB PAGAN
93 FORD
110
FORD
CRWN VIC
$12,833.00
DAYS
$12,833.00
$600
$1,085
RON CARTER
AUTOLAND
NO BID
City Manager Grohman stated Staff recommends award to Knapp
Chevrolet in the amount of $12,452.00 per unit. This bid was
lower than H -GAC and the State.
Question was asked if these are to be replacement vehicles and
Chief Hogg indicated one of the older vehicles may have to be
kept for the new Crime Victims Assistance position.
Question was also asked why the local Chevrolet dealer did not
submit a bid and after the reasons were explained, it was noted
that Strickland Chevrolet will probably be given the extended
warranty package on these vehicles.
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that Bid No. B92-17, Police Package Vehicles, be awarded
to Knapp Chevrolet in the amount of $12,452.00.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO 1993 CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Frank, that John Lejsal, Patsy Eilers, Nell Fuller, Rob Larsen,
and Ben Lenamon be appointed to the 1993 Charter Review Commis-
sion.
Motion passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Smith abstaining, stat-
ing his reason for doing so because he is related to one of the
appointees.
COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO LEASE OIL AND GAS MINERAL RIGHTS AT OLD
LANDFILL SITE
CITIZEN INPUT:
1. Frances Jamison, FM 518, Pearland. Ms. Jamison asked what
company would be leasing and how many acres are involved.
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Division Director Glen Erwin stated he was contacted some months
ago by Al Bisbee Oil and Gas Leasing Company regarding leasing
this twenty acre tract. This property was leased in 1989 to
Santa Fe Energy Company and this lease has expired. Staff is
requesting permission to lease it again, and if granted, bids
will be let to lease this property.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember
Weber, that Staff be authorized to bid and negotiate a lease on
the property described as Lots 60 and 76 of the Allison Richey
Gulf Coast Home Survey Subdivision, part of the E. Little Survey,
Abstract 320.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
ACCEPTANCE OF WEST OAKS SUBDIVISION, SECTION ONE -A, WEST OAKS,
LTD., DEVELOPER
City Engineer John Hargrove informed the Council all items have
been complied with and Staff recommends acceptance of this
subdivision. It was noted this area is at the corner of Harkey
and FM 518.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that West Oaks Subdivision, Section One -A, with its
appurtenances, be accepted into the City.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
ACCEPTANCE OF WESTWOOD VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION 4, PULTE HOME
CORPORATION, DEVELOPER
Again, Mr. Hargrove informed all is in compliance and Staff
recommends acceptance.
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Frank, that Westwood Village Subdivision, Section 4, be accepted
into the City.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
RESOLUTION NO. R93-1, AUTHORIZING STOP SIGNS WITHIN THE CITY
Resolution No. R93-1 was read in caption by Councilmember Weber.
It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that Resolution No. R93-1 be passed and approved on its
first and only reading.
City Manager Grohman noted that the placement of these stop signs
is a direct result of citizens' requests.
Said Resolution No. R93-1 reads in caption as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. R93-1
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING, DIRECTING, AND RATIFYING
PLACEMENT AND ERECTION OF CERTAIN STOP SIGNS WITHIN THE
CITY OF PEARLAND.
Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, Colson, and
Smith.
Voting "No" - None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
ORDINANCE NO. 652, ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS UPON MAGNOLIA ROAD
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
Ordinance No. 652 was read in caption by Councilmember Miller.
It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember
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Frank, that Ordinance No. 652 be passed and approved on its first
and only reading.
Said Ordinance No. 652 reads in caption as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 652
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND REESTABLISHING PRIMA
FACIE SPEED LIMITS PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 6701D, VERNON'S
TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES, UPON THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING
AND TRAFFIC INVESTIGATION, UPON MAGNOLIA ROAD, OR PARTS
THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A
PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE, FOR PUBLICATION AND FOR CODIFICATION;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY BECAUSE THE NEED TO ESTAB-
LISH CORRECT MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS INURES TO THE BENEFIT
OF THE TRAVELING PUBLIC AND, THEREFORE, BEARS DIRECTLY
UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE CITIZENRY.
Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, Colson, and
Smith.
Voting "No" - None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
CONSIDERATION OF TERMINATION OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MARSHALL L.
HALE DATED MARCH 4, 1983
Mr. Vince Bruno, Chairman of Parks Board, stated the Parks Board
has recommended the removal of the mobile home from Independence
Park so that the pool area can be expanded, giving it a new look
which will bring more visitors to the park and more revenue to
the City.
Councilmember Miller, liaison to the Parks Board, stated it was
felt the trailer has outserved its usefulness and the security to
the Park previously provided by the tenants has been willingly
accepted by the Police Department.
It was moved by Councilmember Miller that the request to termi-
nate the lease agreement with Marshall L. Hale dated March 4,
1983, be terminated as of this date with Mr. Hale being given 60
days notice to vacate.
City Manager Grohman noted that the contract written in 1983
specifies 30 days notice but that 60 days appears to be more
appropriate at this time. It was mentioned that Mr. Hale will be
responsible for moving costs and that the utility costs paid by
the City on this site have risen significantly over the years.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Smith.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN ENGINEER-
ING CONTRACT FOR SPECIFIC THOROUGHFARE DEVELOPMENT
City Manager Grohman reported he has been working with Snowden
Engineering to provide engineering services for the proposed
unnamed road that is sometimes called "Oiler" which will run
south of the high school property to make an 1 -shaped turn into
the road which would lead into John Lizer Road. This will not be
an inexpensive project, Mr. Grohman cautioned, and funds budgeted
will only allow for a two lane road rather than four lanes.
Council questioned whether the cost shown was a firm figure or a
negotiable one. City Manager Grohman indicated it was negotiable
depending upon changes.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember
Colson, that the City Manager be authorized to enter into an
engineering contract with Snowden Engineering for specific thor-
oughfare development which is the scope of design from John Lizer
Road in a south direction to the existing 601 right-of-way and
from there out to Hwy 35, thus providing the complete engineering
work for the high school.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
Mr. Jim Snowden was present in the audience and commended City
Manager Grohman for the progress he has made during his tenure
with the City.
RESOLUTION NO. R93-2, AMENDING R82-30, DETERMINING CHARGES FOR
WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
Resolution No. R93-2 was read in caption by Mayor Coppinger.
Councilmember Weber then read R93-2 in its entirety.
Division Director Richard Burdine explained the fees have been
the same for the past eleven years and will remain so with one
basic exception. On the 411 residential tap, the words "where no
road bore required" have been added. This procedure has to be
contracted out and often costs as much as $750.00. It is pro-
posed that When this procedure is used, that charges are made to
recover the City's cost.
Discussion followed concerning the use of water hydrant meters
and it was noted that most of the water purchased is done by
tanker load at the Service Center. Providing water to new
development projects was discussed.
It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember
Miller, that Resolution No. R93-2 be passed and approved on its
first and only reading.
Resolution No. R93-2 reads in caption as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. R93-2
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEAR -
LAND, TEXAS, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R82-30, DETERMIN-
ING CHARGES FOR CONNECTIONS TO WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS
OF THE CITY, AS PROVIDED IN CHAPTER 30, ARTICLE II,
SECTION 3-38 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Smith, Colson, Weber, Frank, and
Miller.
Voting "No" - None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
MINUTE ORDER AMENDING THE POLICY ON EXTENSION OF WATER AND SEWER
SERVICE OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS
Councilmember Colson read the policy adopted by the Council on
December, 1984, for the extension of water and sewer service
outside the City limits which specified the following:
1. That the capacity is adequate to serve the area outside the
city limits.
2. That all charges for water and sewer service be at a rate of
1 and 1/2 times that existing in the City.
3. That anyone tying on to City water and sewer be required to
pay the normal tap fees and capital recovery fees.
4_ That any off-site extension would be at the customer's
expense.
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Staff recommends that a fifth condition be included in this
policy:
5. That the owner of the property to be served with City water
and/or sewer petition the City Council for annexation into
the City. The annexation petition shall be in a form pre-
scribed by the City Attorney.
It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember
Smith, that this fifth condition be added to the policy.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
OTHER BUSINESS: None
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:48 P. M.
Minutes approved this day of A. D.,
1993.
ATTEST:
City Secretary
Mayor